Patient's question:
Doctor, I've been experiencing frequent dizziness and headaches recently. Later, I went to the hospital to have my blood pressure checked a few times, and found that my systolic pressure is 170, which already indicates hypertension. I'd like to ask, what are the dangers of having a systolic pressure of 170?Doctor's answer:
You currently have a high blood pressure of 170, which meets the standard for hypertension. Generally, a systolic blood pressure below 140 and a diastolic blood pressure below 90 is considered normal; anything above these thresholds is classified as hypertension. Hypertension is a significant risk factor for cardiovascular diseases. If left untreated in a timely manner, it may lead to severe cardiovascular conditions, including hemorrhagic stroke, myocardial infarction, and other dangerous illnesses. Therefore, patients must actively seek treatment while maintaining a low-sodium, low-fat diet and engaging in appropriate physical exercise to strengthen their physical fitness.